(河南省新野三高2010届高三上学期第三次月考)

At the beginning of this century, medical scientists made an interesting discovery; we are built not just of flesh and blood but also of   36 . They were able to show that we all have “a body clock”   37    us, which controls the   38   and fall of our body energies,   39   us different from one day to the next.

The   40   of “a body clock” should not be too   41   since the lives of most living things are controlled   42   the 24 hour night-and-day cycle. We feel   43   and fall asleep at night and become   44   and energetic during the day. If the 24 hour-cycle is   45   , most people experience unpleasant   46   . For example, people who are not   47   to working at night can find that   48   of sleep causes them to   49   badly at work.

  50   the daily cycle of sleeping and   51  , we also have other cycles which   52   longer than one day. Most of us would   53   that we feel good on some days and not so good on    54   ; sometimes our ideas seem to flow and at other times, they   55   do not exist.

36．A．bones                  B．energy                 C．time                    D．mind

37．A．on                      B．around                C．between              D．inside

38．A．movement           B．supply                 C．use                     D．rise

39．A．showing              B．making                C．treating               D．changing

40．A．idea                    B．opinion                C．story                   D．invention

41．A．difficult               B．exciting               C．surprising            D．interesting

42．A．by                      B．from                   C．over                    D．during

43．A．dull                    B．tired                   C．dreamy               D．peaceful

44．A．lively                   B．excited                C．regular                D．clear

45．A．disturbed             B．shortened            C．reset                   D．troubled

46．A．feelings               B．moments             C．senses                 D．effects

47．A．prevented            B．allowed               C．used                   D．expected

48．A．miss                   B．none                   C．lack                    D．need

49．A．control                B．show                  C．manage               D．perform

50．A．With                   B．As well as            C．Except                D．Rather than

51．A．waking               B．moving                C．living                  D．working

52．A．repeat                 B．last                     C．remain                D．happen

53．A．agree                  B．believe                 C．realize                 D．allow

54．A．other                   B．the other              C．others                 D．all other

55．A．just                     B．only                    C．still                     D．yet

  

（江西省九江一中2010届高三上学期第三次月考）

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 Animals and the places where they live are getting pushed aside as households(家庭) decrease in size and increase in number.

Smaller numbers of people per household on average use more energy and goods per person. Greater numbers of households require more natural resources for construction. The possible result of the double problems may be that there are not enough natural resources to meet consumers’ demand without endangering habitats important to biodiversity.

Personal freedom and social choice may come at a huge environmental cost. Direct costs include visible damage to animal habitats and plant life. Indirect costs include the release of more greenhouse gases.

The effects of such“personal freedom and social choice” have already surfaced in southwest China’s Wolong Nature Reserve. In Wolong they found that a reduced average household size was directly tied to an increase in homes, and thus an increase in the amount of firewood used for cooking and heating. The rise in wood fuel use has led to the disappearance of forests and to the loss of habitats for giant pandas.

Curious about whether other parts of the world were experiencing a similar situation, they enlisted a team of researchers including Stanford’s Paul Ehrlich, well-known for his population studies, to find out the household dynamics in 141 countries-between 1985 and 2000. Their study proved that the Wolong problem is part of a global trend.

In the 76 countries considered biodiversity “hot spots”, such as the United Stated, Brazil, Australia and Kenya, the number of households grew yearly by 3.1%, while the population increased just 1.8%. Meanwhile, the number of people per home dropped from 4.7 to 4.0. The decrease in household size has resulted in 155 million additional households in hot-spot countries, almost always limiting biodiversity.

In the 65 non-hot-spot countries-those without high-density areas of animals and plant species-similar results were found, though to a lesser degree. Even in countries experiencing population decrease, such as New Zealand, the number of households still increased because of a reduction in household size.

60. What is mainly discussed in the passage?

A. Reduction in household size and increase in household numbers is a danger to nature.

B. Reduced household size leads to an increase in household numbers.

C. Modern homes consume more natural resources.

D. How to meet consumers’ demand without endangering animals and their habitats.

61. It can be learned from the passage that China’s Wolong Nature Reserve______.

A. is a place where giant pandas and their habitats are not affected.

B. is a place where animals and their habitats are seriously damaged.

C. sets a good example of protecting animals.

D. is facing the same threat as many other parts of the world.

62. Which of the following is best supported by the last two paragraphs?

A. The threat to nature from reduction in household size is a worldwide problem.

B. Biodiversity is better kept in countries with smaller populations.

C. Biodiversity better kept in hot-spot countries doesn’t face threat.

D. Both hot-spot countries and non-hot-spot countries face threat of the same percentage.

63. Which of the following can best describe the feeling of the author?

A. Disappointed                    B. Hopeful                    C. Worried                    D. Angry

（河南省郑州外国语学校2010届高三上学期第三次月考）

（A）

A wallet misplaced during a romantic embrace has been returned to its forgetful owner after 55 years.

Two classic car collectors from the US state of Idaho found the wallet after it fell out of the back of a vintage (旧式的) car they were planning to restore. After an Internet search they found and contacted the owner, Glenn Goodlove. Mr. Goodlove said he probably lost the wallet in the back seat of his 1946 Hudson car while kissing a girl when he was home on leave from the US Navy.

Jon Beck, 61, and Chuck Merrill, 72, bought the now-vintage vehicle in Idaho after placing an ad in a local newspaper to buy a classic car in need of restoration. Driving the car home after buying it, the collectors stopped at a restaurant and saw something from below the back seat.

“Like a couple of kids, we thought we had a goldmine,” Mr. Beck said. Instead, they found some small change — the leather wallet held a $10 bill, Mr. Goodlove’s military ID, his social security card, his driver’s licence and several jewellery receipts from 1952.But they were all in the name of Glenn Putnam.

After searching online, Mr. Beck discovered that Mr. Putnam had since changed his name to Glenn Goodlove and moved to San Diego, California. He called Mr. Goodlove, asking to speak to a man who used to drive a ’46 Hudson.

“There was a silence for about 15 seconds,” Mr. Beck told the Twin Falls Times-News. “Then he said, ‘Who is that?’” Mr. Goodlove, now 75, says he did not even remember losing the wallet, but the find has brought memories of his youth in Everett, Washington, flooding back. “I could see the house and the car and the town and all the good stuff from living there,” he said. “They’ve been flowing ever since he talked to me.”

56. The lost wallet contained all the following EXCEPT ______.

   A. some money                                                 B. some jewellery

   C. some receipts                         D. some cards

57. Which of the following happened last?

   A. The vintage car was purchased.         B. An advertisement was placed.

   C. Mr. Goodlove’s name was changed.          D. Some personal belongings were found.

58. What difference did the wallet make to Glenn?

     A. He gained unexpected wealth.

      B. He got back his lost car as well.

     C. He improved his poor memory a lot.

     D. He recalled what had long been forgotten.

59.The most proper title for the passage is ______.

     A.A Forgetful Wallet Owner                 B. Two Car Collectors and a Good Deed 

  C. Price Paid for Romance               D. Lost Wallet Found after 55 Years

  

（河北省衡水中学2010届高三上学期第三次调研考试）

Many times my friend June would say, “If I ever get rich, I’m getting a completely new wardrobe and moving into a bigger apartment.” I thought of her words and her chances of being rich are about as good as mine. But, to everyone’s surprise, a few years ago June did come into a large inheritance(遗产).

At first June said very little about the money. As the initial(最初的)shock disappeared, she became excited. June is a great believer in making lists, so I wasn’t surprised to find her writing down all the ways she would spend her new wealth.

As time went on, what had been midway down the column was now at the top. At last, I said to her, “You know, it isn’t necessary to spend all your inheritance at once. Take some time; think about it.” “I know, I know,” she answered with a little bit anger.

Then one morning June called. “I’ve decided how I want to use my new inheritance. I want to see what you think,” she said. This wasn’t something I looked forward to, but we had been friends so long.

As we sat, June spread a sheet of paper on the table. To my great surprise, she had written only two words: Charities(慈善), and Grandchildren---in that order. Though I had vowed（发誓）to keep quiet, I couldn’t keep from asking how she came to this decision.

“Well,” she said, “I took your advice and thought about it.” She added, “Helping others means a lot to me, so I’m hoping this gift will help people in need.”

I interrupted. “But what about this big apartment you most hope to have?”

“At first it was hard, but it doesn’t seem as important any more,” she answered with a smile.

Then June moved her hand, and I could see a few words written in tiny letters at the bottom of the page. After having a look at the small print, I burst into laughter. June had written: AND one new wardrobe.

41.   From the passage we can learn that the writer ____________.

A. was richer than her friend June                              B. was no richer than her friend June

C. was poorer than her friend June                             D. was interested in money as June

42.   After making a list of how to deal with her inheritance, June ___________.

A. didn’t change it at all                                            B. had a quarrel with the writer

C. asked the writer for advice                                    D. often made some changes of it

43.   When June called the writer to talk about her new decision, the writer ___________.

A. felt that June would do something meaningful

B. refused at first, but changed her mind later

C. was eager to learn more about the new list

D. had decided not to make any comments on June’s list

44.   We can learn from the text that ______________.

A. helping others is more important than buying a bigger apartment

B. friendship doesn’t mean accepting the shortcomings of a friend

C. giving away one’s wealth needs time and courage

D. money can’t bring people real and lasting happiness

  

（河南省郑州外国语学校2010届高三上学期第三次月考）

（D）

KISSI HEALTH-BEAUTY CENTER

With a busy life and job, pressure can make you look tired and aged. Kissi Health-Beauty Center gives classes, makes training plans according to your physical conditions, and sets up an individual file. All these things will help you to get to know your body and the way to keep it fit.

1）BODY-BUILDING

Imported gym equipment will help you build up your body’s muscles, making you look full of energy and strength.

2）  GYMNASTIC EXERCISES

A bright and large exercise room with excellent equipment and music will give your body a chance to enjoy movement with rhythm.

3）SPECIAL “LAZY-BONE” FITNESS CENTER

“Lazy-bone” fitness equipment is the first bodyshaping set of seven beds in Houston. Designed according to human anatomic (解剖学的) and kinematic（运动学的）theory， the seven special beds will help you to exercise your waist, abdomen（腹）, hips（臀）or legs. In the relaxing hours you may try them to strengthen your muscles and lose weight.

*Tuition: “Lazy-bone” fitness card, 1000 dollars /month （gymnastic classes  included）.

*Open Time: 10:30 a.m.—10:30 p.m. every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday

*Tel: 59185700

*Address: 16 Johnson Street, Houston

68. The purpose of this passage is to ______.

      A. give advice on health                           B. introduce new ways of body-building

      C. ask you to go to the center                   D. introduce ways to lose weight

69. If you want some exercises as well as relaxation after a busy day, you’ll go to the center and ______________.

       A. learn anatomic and kinematic theory       B. sleep on the special beds

      C. join in the gymnastic exercises                  D. buy a special card

70. Tom Everest who keeps a “Lazy-bone” fitness card can go to the center ______ this week.

      A.11:30 a.m. Monday                                B.11:30 p.m. Monday

    C.10:00 a.m. Tuesday                               D.10:00 p.m. Tuesday

71. According to the passage, the center wants to show it is _____ .

      A. the most convenient                                  B. the largest   

       C. the newest                                               D. the most advanced